Find out more about Doctor of Philosophy in Forensic Psychology / Criminal Justice

Program Details

Students can choose classes to fit their personal and professional interests with the Criminal Justice concentration of Walden University’s PhD in Forensic Psychology degree program. Along with core classes, students have the opportunity to select Criminal Justice degree online courses from any specialization.

This online Forensic Psychology degree examines the ways in which forensic psychology professionals, criminal justice practitioners, and victim advocates work together. Courses allow students to gain a deep understanding of Forensic Psychology as well as Criminal Justice practice and theory. This degree program has two tracks: Track I is available to students with a master’s degree in Forensic Psychology; Track II is a pathway for students with a master’s degree in an unrelated field. 

Core classes examine topics such as:

• The intersection of crime, psychology, and the law
• Understanding violence, risk, and threat assessment
• Legal issues and social change in forensic psychology